Poison Center - Nurse

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Carolina’s COP South Carolina Poison Center is hiring a Nurse to provide professional nursing assessment, triage, consultation and follow-up on poison exposures and drug information. Under general supervision, you will apply toxicology protocols to assess risk and support patient safety and public health.

The role emphasizes clear communication with healthcare professionals and the public by phone, crisis management, and timely, evidence-based poison management guidance to

Qualifications

• Experience in emergency room or critical care settings.
• Ability to communicate medical information clearly to professionals and the public over the phone.
• Capable of accurate documentation and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing assessment, triage, consultation and follow-up for poison exposures.
• Apply toxicology protocols to determine exposure risk and care recommendations.
• Deliver timely, evidence-based poison management guidance to support patient safety.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Crisis communication

Data entry

Clinical decision making

Job description

Poison Center - Nurse

Department: COP South Carolina Poison Center

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Salary Range:

About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary The Poison Center Nurse for the South Carolina Poison Center provides professional nursing assessment, triage, consultation, and follow-up services to healthcare professionals and the public regarding poison exposures and drug information. Under general supervision, this position applies established toxicology protocols and nursing judgment to assess exposure risk, provide care recommendations, and support appropriate patient outcomes. The primary goal of the position is to deliver accurate, timely, and evidence-based poison management guidance that supports patient safety and public health.

Required Education and Experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent emergency room or critical care experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• The ability to communicate medical information to health care professionals and to the public over the telephone under crisis circumstances is essential.
• Knowledge of basic data entry and documentation necessary.
• Capable of making immediate and accurate professional decisions in providing information and consultations.

Job Close Date 09/16/2026

EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.